
Cocktail bars in New Orleans
No American city takes its bars more seriously. New Orleans invented the Sazerac, perfected the Ramos Gin Fizz, and treats a well-made daiquiri as civic duty — from Vieux Carré hotel rooms to Freret Street's craft counters.
The New Orleans ranking
8 listings compiled from public sources, best-reviewed first. Ratings from Google; contact them directly. Tap any to expand, or switch to the map to browse by location.








Jewel of the South
Classic cocktails · Open · Closes 2 AM
James Beard–winning cocktails and tasting menu in an 1830s Creole cottage
“Chris Hannah’s Creole cottage pours some of the finest classics in America — the Brandy Crusta alone justifies the trip.”
— The consensus
Common questions
Cocktail bars in New Orleans
Who are the top-rated cocktail bars in New Orleans?
By traveler ratings, Jewel of the South, Erin Rose, and Cure are among the highest-rated cocktail bars in New Orleans. Ratings shown are from public Google reviews.
What kinds of cocktail bars does New Orleans have?
New Orleans's listings cover classic cocktails, hotel bars, tiki & rum, and dive bars. Use the specialty filter to narrow the list.
How do I get in touch with cocktail bars in New Orleans?
Every listing here is contacted directly — no marketplace markup. 8 of the 8 New Orleans listings include a phone number or website you can reach straight from this page.